This is a family run business and is certified through EACALA to be able to do this work. They accept some insurances/Employee Assistance Program, Victim Witness and have a sliding fee scale down to $30 per session.

Sessions are a full 60 minutes.

Equine Assisted Psychotherapy (EAP) incorporates horses experientially for emotional growth and learning; this means that participants learn about themselves and others by participating in activities with the horses, and then processing or discussing feelings, behaviors and patterns. It is a collaborative effort between a licensed therapist and a horse professional working with the clients and horses to address treatment goals. Because of its intensity and effectiveness, it is considered a short-term or brief approach.

The focus of EAP is not riding or horsemanship. It is a powerful and effective therapeutic approach that has an incredible impact on individuals, youth, families and groups and addresses a wide variety of mental health and human development needs including behavioral issues, ADHD, PTSD, substance abuse eating disorders, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, creative thinking, problem solving, leadership taking responsibility and teamwork are several example of the tools utilized and developed by EAP.

Denise Smith is married to Martin Twisselman, who is the Equine Specialist. They have five grown children.

Homecoming ? The Homecoming Parade will be at 3 p.m. Friday beginning at Third Street going west. The turkey dinner will begin at 4:30 p.m., at the high school cafeteria. For more information call 824-8000.

Customer Service Week ? This is National Customer Service Week and the Secret Shoppers have been about, prepared to catch great service in the act. Winners will receive a certificate of excellence and a gift donated by a local business. Also, businesses and agencies can host training at their site. Customer Service Training Camp: Season IV ? A brand new experience, is a 1-hour session geared to revisit key skills with all staff. Camp times are available throughout October. Cost is just $25 per group. Training is provided by Tim Morehouse, Kathy Garcia and Carrie Clark of the Job Training Center. Businesses are encouraged to celebrate your staff. Throw a party, thank your customers, give out treats, put up a banner, celebrate and reward great service. For more information, call the Job Training Center at 529-7000

Corning in the Evening ? 5:30 p.m., Thursday, Oct.14 the Corning Rotary Club will host the monthly gathering at Martini Plaza. There will be a special presentation, refreshments and a business card drawing. See you there.

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The Growing Corning column is prepared and submitted by the Corning Chamber of Commerce. www.corningchamber.org